While braces are commonplace among teens, not every teen gets them (even if they would benefit from orthodontic treatment). That inevitably means...
Tips for Navigating Braces as an Adult
Braces aren’t just for teens these days. Plenty of adults went through the entirety of their teenage years without any orthodontic care, only to...
When Does Headgear Become Necessary?
As a parent, it’s up to you to make sure your child gets the orthodontic care they need. For some children, braces are the only treatment they need....
Malocclusion Classes, Types, and Treatments
You won’t find the word “malocclusion” thrown around in everyday conversations (unless you spend a lot of time around oral health professionals,...
Braces vs Invisalign: A Comparison
No one wants to have crooked or poorly spaced teeth. In addition to looking less beautiful than straight, well-aligned teeth, they are more...
3 Types of Orthodontic Headgear
Braces do an amazing job of fixing all sorts of orthodontic problems. As effective as they can be, they aren’t always enough on their own. For those...
Water Flossers and Braces: What You Should Know
Having braces means embracing a few changes to how you do things. There are foods you shouldn’t eat because they can damage your braces. There are...
Early Symptoms of Orthodontic Problems
Most adults either have had some orthodontic work done or know someone else who has. You probably have an idea of the amount of time it takes to...
Factors That Impact How Long You’ll Wear Braces
So you’ve been told that you need braces to straighten your teeth. The idea of having a straighter smile that is properly aligned is attractive. The...
3 Subtle Teeth Straightening Options
Traditional metal braces are wonderfully effective at straightening teeth. There are a few downsides to them though. One of the biggest concerns for...
What to Expect During Your First Orthodontic Visit
So you’ve decided that you could benefit from orthodontic treatment, but you’re not quite sure where to start. The best place to start (once you’ve...
Benefits of Getting Braces as a Teen
If you have a teen who would benefit from getting braces, that’s probably something that has been a topic of conversation from time to time. Braces...
Tips for Caring for Ceramic Braces
Braces can be something of a sore point (sometimes literally) for some people. Teens and adults alike can be quite self-conscious about how they...
What is Phase 1 Orthodontic Treatment?
Have you ever heard about interceptive orthodontics? It’s a style of orthodontic treatment that is divided into two phases. Phase 1 is somewhat of...
Can Straighter Teeth Really Improve Your Sleep?
How well do you sleep on any given night? If you’re like roughly 25% of the U.S. population, you don’t get sufficient sleep. Poor sleep can be a...
3 Things You Should Eat While Wearing Braces
You’ve probably heard that there are all sorts of things that you shouldn’t be eating while wearing braces. The purpose of that guidance is to avoid...
3 Ways Orthodontia Has Improved Over the Years
Time has a way of changing things. That may not seem like such a good thing in some instances, but in others it’s definitely for the best....
What Is Dental Wax?
Getting introduced to orthodontics is like getting introduced to a whole new facet of life. There are new procedures, new terminology, and new tools...


















